Strengthening the Vaccines for Children Program Act of 2024

HR 10096 strengthens the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program by providing financial incentives to healthcare providers who administer vaccines to eligible children. It offers $7,500 upfront and $2,500 annually through 2026 to providers participating in the program, while expanding eligibility to include children enrolled in State child health plans (like CHIP). The bill requires states to implement culturally competent vaccination outreach materials to qualify for a 1-percentage-point increase in federal Medicaid funding (FMAP) for 2025-2026. Additionally, it clarifies that providers may charge fees for vaccine administration only up to actual costs for eligible children and mandates annual public reporting on vaccination rates by state.